8. Ongoing parental dependency

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Mom and Dad still do things for you. Not because you can’t handle them yourself — but because they offer and you take them up on it. Every man depends on his parents for something in life; whether it's a financial stipend or laundry, food and even shelter. These are all dirty secrets you will want to keep from your girlfriend. She wants a man that can take care of her and not go running to mommy when he is broke or when he can't get that fresh press into his dress shirt. If you aren't a big boy that can do everything for yourself, at least act like you've got your life under control. Then tell mom to stop writing cute notes on the food she leaves in your fridge. It’s a dead giveaway.